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Madeline 1988

★ 5.8/10 TV-G AnimationKidsComedy 3 seasons · 65 eps Ended
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What is Madeline?

Madeline is a television series first released in 1988. Catalogued under Animation, Kids, Comedy.

Type
TV series
Year
1988
Status
Ended
Episodes
65
Runtime
23 minutes
First aired
Nov 7, 1988
Networks
ABC, Disney Channel, The Family Channel
Genres
Animation, Kids, Comedy
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⚡ Pacing & Momentum8.1/10
🧠 Narrative Depth7.2/10
🔄 Rewatch Potential8.9/10
🎬 Production Scale8.2/10
🎯 Bingeable Series #Animation #Kids #Comedy
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Madeline is a television series first released in 1988. Catalogued under Animation, Kids, Comedy. Produced and broadcast by ABC, Disney Channel, The Family Channel. Current status: Ended. Spans 3 seasons and 65 tracked episodes.

Should you watch it?

“A spunky Parisian schoolgirl’s playful antics keep her friends and teachers on edge.”

Reasons to watch
  • Charming animation based on beloved books
  • Humorous misadventures that delight kids
  • Narration by Christopher Plummer adds warmth
Keep in mind
  • Episodes are brief, limiting deeper story development
  • Humor reflects its 1980s production era

Watch it if you enjoy classic, lighthearted animated tales for children.

Suitable for all ages with gentle comedy and mild mischief.

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Mytharc (10): Crucial lore & season climaxes
Core (55): Character development & subplots
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Season 1 · 26 episodes
Season 2 · 13 episodes
Season 3 · 26 episodes
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What source material does the series draw from?

It is adapted from Ludwig Bemelmans’ children’s books featuring Madeline.

Who provides the narration for the show?

The series is narrated by actor Christopher Plummer.

When did the Madeline television series first appear?

It debuted as a series of television specials in 1988.

Where is the series set?

The stories take place in a girls’ school in Paris.

What content rating does the series carry?

It is rated TV‑G, indicating it is suitable for general audiences.